Skoda stays true to their legacy by continuing to
support the Czech Republic's emergency services with an entirely new vehicle
lineup. Leading the pack is the Kodiaq Fire & Rescue, a special version of
the SUV dressed in a distinctive livery and fitted emergency lights. This car
is portrayed as a versatile vehicle thanks to its multi-terrain capabilities,
and is joined by an ambulance variant.
Also available is the range-topping version of the
Superb, which adds the 280 suffix. The most powerful production Skoda ever
built is an undercover cop car here, using its 2.0-liter TSI petrol engine,
shared with the Seat Leon Cupra, to fight crime. It has 280 PS which are
channeled to the standard four-wheel drive system through a DSG automatic
transmission, and needs 5.8 sec to reach 100 km/h from a standstill.
Skoda has man's best friend covered too, with a
special version of the Superb aimed at K9 units, dubbed the Superb Estate
Police Dog Vehicle. It has two fiber glass-made air conditioned kennels, said
to be approved by the RSPCA and DEFRA, plus a 100-amp, 3-tone siren.
Finally, the Octavia Scout has been turned into an
ambulance that's said to be "ideal for remote locations", thanks to
its four-wheel drive capabilities and increased ground clearance. It's also
capable of carrying an impressive 645 kg of specialized equipment.
